We'll need a script—one you write or one we write for you
The script for your video clip should welcome visitors, acclimate them to the layout of your site, tell why you are special, and highlight points of interest. The best scripts are conversational, so write it for the way people speak; stay away from merely lifting copy from your sales brochure.
Your clip should run about one minute, so here's a stopwatch tool to keep your script in-time...
And here are scripts you can use as examples...
Since not everyone is a scriptwriter, we'll review your script and, if necessary, make suggestions regarding flow and clarity. There is no charge for minor word changes, but if the clip requires a scriptwriter's input, the charge is $50 an hour, with a two-hour minimum.
If you choose to have us write the script, just send us the information you want included, the mood you want to set, and the objective you want it to accomplish. Our scriptwriters will incorporate everything into professional copy that will sell, inspire, motivate, or educate according to your needs. And of course we'll get your approval before we commit it to tape.
You select a spokesperson.
We've assembled a pool of professional talent that are extremely effective at communicating on video, and you should have no problem in choosing a spokesperson that represents the nature of your business—whether it's button-down-corporate, laid-back-casual, or anything in-between.
You select the background style, color, and shape
We've assembled a library of choices that are available for your clip's background. Let your imagination run wild; the background can be anything you want: static or moving, in colors that match your website or contrast with it, and in a size that suits your web design. You can also choose to provide your own video or graphic for us to use as the background. One background choice is included in the base price.
You send us graphics and video
In addition to the included background is the placement of two of your "visual elements:" logos, photos, illustrations, or even videos to enhance the visual interest of your clip. Need more than two? You can add as many additional visual elements as you like for $50 each. If they are under 10meg email them to us orcall 847-905-0199 with questions orfor instructions for sending larger files.
You send us other support materials
Should the spokesperson hold up a prop? Does the script contain unfamiliar words? We'll need everything—script, photos, logos, videos, props, and instructions—before we start shooting. Ship all necessary objects to Minute Navigator, 1601 Simpson Street, Unit 6, Evanston, IL 60201. (Note: To use photographs or video on the internet, you must be the copyright holder or have written permission of the copyright holder. Minute Navigator assumes no responsibility for the use of illegal graphics. Re-editing clips to remove illegal graphics will cost you time and money.)
We shoot and produce
When all the support materials have arrived, we'll shoot your clip, then edit it and add effects. (Make sure your ducks are in a row! Your revisions that require re-shoots will be charged $475 per re-shoot. Your revisions requiring re-editing will be charged an extra $75 per change.)
We provide the finished video.
Once your video is complete, we'll notify you when it's ready to be viewed for approval. Upon your approval, we will send instructions for downloading and provide you with the information necessary to embed the video into your website.
Standard Minute Navigator Prices
We're proud of our low prices, and we've devoted a page to them. To see the prices for Standard Minute Navigators, click on Rates, above.
To audition the talented spokespeople in our talent pool, click on "Next Step" below.
